ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 897667 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.64
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1 Stern most nearly means:
88% Answer Correctly
derivative
stifle
strict
benevolent

Solution
The definition for stern is "Harsh, severe." Used in a sentence: The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

2 The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums.
86% Answer Correctly
limited
elate
untenable
absolve

Solution
The definition for finite is "Having definite limits." Used in a sentence: The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums. The definition for elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

3 Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework.
50% Answer Correctly
gravity
inauspicious
gargantuan
altruistic

Solution
The definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful." Used in a sentence: Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework. The definition for inauspicious is "not favorable.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for gravity is "Importance, significance."

4 The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity.
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lucidity
solace
composed
egotist

Solution
The definition for clarity is "Clearness." Used in a sentence: The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity. The definition for solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for egotist is "Self–important person.", and the definition for composed is "Calm."

5 The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother.
70% Answer Correctly
demean
impudence
grandiose
fidelity

Solution
The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for demean is "to lower status.", the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."